Having a Ball Helping Others
I was thrilled to join my COVERGIRL clients at their front and center table for The Black Ball last evening. It was a great occasion to sparkle and shine with the stars, but an even better opportunity to focus on what really matters in life-giving something back. Alicia Keys and The Keep a Child Alive organization, which provides vital treatment and support services to children and families affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa and India, showed the beautiful audience in the Hammerstein Ballroom that we can all do more.
The Black Ball celebrates the work of the world’s most influential humanitarians each year. Last night President Bill Clinton, Sir Richard Branson, and Youssou N’Dour were honored for their unbelievable work in Africa and India. Hearing their words would inspire anyone. Hearing them from a seat twelve feet away made it seem like I was personally called to action.
Mingling with celebrities like Halle Berry and Gabriel Aubry, Terrance Howard, Mary J Blige, COVERGIRL Queen Latifah, Samuel L Jackson, Usher, David Bowie and Iman, Padma Lakshmi, and Tyson Beckford was a great start to the evening. But, having a front row seat for the amazing performances by Alicia Keys, John Mayer and Chris Martin was simply soulful. From beginning to end the sixth annual Black Ball was a celebration of talent and drive.
Sure, the festive Black Ball event and auction raised precious funds for Keep a Child Alive. But, more importantly the evening inspired people like me do more for others.
